Urth 55mm Circular Polariser Plus+
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At a glance: The Urth 55mm Circular Polariser Plus+ removes glare and reflections on lenses with a 55mm thread, using SCHOTT B270 glass and a 20-layer coating.
About this accessory
The Urth 55mm Circular Polariser Plus+ is the middle tier of Urth's polarisers. It uses German SCHOTT B270 glass with a CoraNano 20-layer coating on both sides, in an ultra-slim, warp-resistant aluminium frame. Urth states light transmission of 44.91% and reflectance of 0.56%.
Over the Standard polariser you get SCHOTT glass and a denser coating aimed at accurate colour. Urth's stated 44.91% transmission means it absorbs a fair amount of light, so allow a slower shutter speed or higher ISO. Pro is the step above, with a 34-layer coating.
Build & handling
| Filter type | Circular polariser (CPL) |
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| Tier | Plus+ |
| Filter thread | 55mm |
| Glass | German SCHOTT B270 |
| Coating | CoraNano 20-layer dual-side nano-coating |
| Light transmission | 44.91% |
| Reflectance | 0.56% |
| Frame | Ultra-slim, warp-resistant aluminium |
| Warranty | Lifetime |
Works with
- Lenses with a 55mm filter thread
Best for
Best for landscape and waterside photographers using a 55mm lens who want better colour fidelity than an entry polariser: lakes, coastlines, wet rock and foliage, and architecture where window glare is a problem.
Frequently asked questions
Will the 55mm Circular Polariser Plus+ fit my lens?
It fits lenses with a 55mm front filter thread. Check the ø figure marked on the front of your lens or on its cap. A lens marked ø55 takes this filter directly, and the lens manual lists the thread size too.
How much light does the Plus+ polariser lose?
Urth states light transmission of 44.91%, so it absorbs just over half the light. Expect to use a slower shutter speed, wider aperture or higher ISO to compensate.
What is the difference between Urth CPL Standard, Plus+ and Pro?
Standard uses Japanese AGC glass with a multi-layer coating. Plus+ uses SCHOTT B270 glass with a 20-layer dual-side coating, and Pro uses SCHOTT B270 with a 34-layer CoraNano Max coating and reflectance of 0.5% or less.
Can one 55mm filter be shared between lenses?
Yes. Step-up rings let a 55mm filter fit lenses with smaller threads, so one filter can cover several lenses. Watch for vignetting with wide-angle lenses when a ring is fitted.
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